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30 Day Easy Returns

50k Happy Customers
50k Happy Customers

These great beads are made by the Krobo People of Ghana, Africa. Powder glass beads are made by crushing glass to a fine powder and heating it so that the particles fuse together. The glass is then poured into clay molds, with a cassava leaf stem used to make the hole. They are baked in an oven and the glass fuses and the cassava stem burns up. This technique has been used in Africa for centuries. Some strands may not have raffia straw at the top.

These great beads are made by the Krobo People of Ghana, Africa. Powder glass beads are made by crushing glass to a fine powder and heating it so that the particles fuse together. The glass is then poured into clay molds, with a cassava leaf stem used to make the hole. They are baked in an oven and the glass fuses and the cassava stem burns up. This technique has been used in Africa for centuries. Some strands may not have raffia straw at the top.

Pay shipping on your first item, and all additional items in our store ship free of charge!

USA

$4.00

flat rate per order

Canada

$9.00

flat rate per order

International

$10 - $15

flat rate per order

All orders over $99 receive FREE EXPEDITED SHIPPING shipping within the USA.

Orders placed before 3:00PM Pacific Standard Time typically ship on the same day. If the order is placed on a weekend or holiday, it will generally be shipped the next business day.

Rush Delivery

Facing a tight deadline? In a rush to get your beads? Great news: we offer a full line of shipping options including FedEx, UPS, and DHL shipping. Please place your order then contact us to discuss you specific needs. We will be happy to assist you with a shipping quote, the balance of which may be paid following your initial order.

Worry-Free Return Policy

Our #1 priority is your satisfaction! If for any reason you are unsatisfied with any item in your order, please notify us within 30 days of receiving your item(s) to qualify for our worry-free returns. Upon receiving your returned item(s), you will receive your choice of refund or store credit for the full cost of the product(s). Please note that upon approval, all returns must be shipped via USPS and must arrive in their original condition.

Problem with your order?

If your order is missing any item(s), please notify us via email within three business days of delivery.

If your order tracking shows as delivered but has not arrived, please notify us within three business days for appropriate investigation and recourse. We cannot be held responsible in cases in which we are not notified in a timely manner.

These great beads are made by the Krobo People of Ghana, Africa. Powder glass beads are made by crushing glass to a fine powder and heating it so that the particles fuse together. The glass is then poured into clay molds, with a cassava leaf stem used to make the hole. They are baked in an oven and the glass fuses and the cassava stem burns up. This technique has been used in Africa for centuries. Some strands may not have raffia straw at the top.

Pay shipping on your first item, and all additional items in our store ship free of charge!

USA

$4.00

flat rate per order

Canada

$9.00

flat rate per order

International

$10 - $15

flat rate per order

All orders over $99 receive FREE EXPEDITED SHIPPING shipping within the USA.

Orders placed before 3:00PM Pacific Standard Time typically ship on the same day. If the order is placed on a weekend or holiday, it will generally be shipped the next business day.

Rush Delivery

Facing a tight deadline? In a rush to get your beads? Great news: we offer a full line of shipping options including FedEx, UPS, and DHL shipping. Please place your order then contact us to discuss you specific needs. We will be happy to assist you with a shipping quote, the balance of which may be paid following your initial order.

Worry-Free Return Policy

Our #1 priority is your satisfaction! If for any reason you are unsatisfied with any item in your order, please notify us within 30 days of receiving your item(s) to qualify for our worry-free returns. Upon receiving your returned item(s), you will receive your choice of refund or store credit for the full cost of the product(s). Please note that upon approval, all returns must be shipped via USPS and must arrive in their original condition.

Problem with your order?

If your order is missing any item(s), please notify us via email within three business days of delivery.

If your order tracking shows as delivered but has not arrived, please notify us within three business days for appropriate investigation and recourse. We cannot be held responsible in cases in which we are not notified in a timely manner.

Here are 5 great reasons to buy from us:

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. If you're unhappy for any reason, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again.

Returns are easy. Contact us within 30 days of delivery for an RMA. Upon receipt of your item(s) in original condition, you will receive a full refund on any product(s) returned.

Ordering from The Bead Chest is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either.

Over 50,000 happy customers and counting! Don't believe us? Google our name and you'll see thousands of positive reviews all around the web! We live to make you happy :)

Buy direct and save! Unlike many other vendors, we work directly with the artisans whenever possible. This not only ensures ethical sourcing efforts, but also passes the best price on to you!

Customer Reviews

The beads I purchased were available for a fraction of the price they’re sold in stores. I could not be happier with my purchase, and will definitely reorder from The Bead Chest. Not only does the quality of my purchase exceed my expectations, but they arrived promptly. Very satisfied!

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L.E.

Beautiful red beads

My glass beads arrived in a timely manner, were well packed and were exactly as described.
I will shop here again.
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s.b.r.

My order set

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s.b.r.

Thanks i ambreiveved my order set

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S.m.

Clear Recycled Glass

I love the bead chest and I love the beads I ordered. I've gotten a lot of positive feedback on my jewelry I've made with these beads.

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J.M.

Love the sea glass!!!

I just love the sea glass! Going to make some really great bracelets. And the colors are outstanding. Very happy with this purchase.

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s.k.

5/5

Light Azul Recycled Glass Beads (14mm)

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M.E.

Great value and great beads

Order came quickly and just as advertised.

L

L.E.

Great purchase

I was very excited about my purchase. I order multiple sizes of different colors to be able to see what would work best. Customers were very impressed as was I. Will buy again.

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